When the original Dato was available new, I was not open to the case size, it just seemed too small for me. When the newer Up/Down was released, I was smitten. The case size seemed more wearable to me, and the proportions seemed better. Now, that I am finally in the market for a Dato, I find myself
I can appreciate the history of the star wheel comp in AP's catalog. The original and the new presentation in the 1159 are both lovely in their own regard. I think that they are both "very AP", and both done well for their times. That being said, having owned both a Gorilla Drift and Urwerk 100. The
My first AP was a 15710 Diver, and it is a great summer/vacation/sunshine watch. But it is still an Offshore. And that means chunky. That being said, I've had many Offshores that have come and gone, but I always come back to having one. Wear in good health, enjoy the sunshine.